Engineering Jobs in Orion, MI

JOB SUMMARY

As a Production Planning Manager, you will lead the production planning team to ensure alignment of production capacity, supply chain efficiency, and company KPIs. You will oversee production schedules, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost efficiency, productivity, and product quality.

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and develop the Production Planning team, providing guidance and performance management.
• Set production goals and align capacity planning with company strategy and KPIs.
• Oversee Production Life Cycle (Order → Development → Mass Production → EOP → A/S → EOL).
• Manage production capacity and lead facility investment planning, new line build-ups, and long-term capacity strategies.
• Coordinate with SCM, Production, Quality, PM, ME, Sales, and HQ teams through regular meetings.
• Resource management and planning (Headcount, Investment Budget, Equipment, Engineer allocation)
• Monitor inventory policy compliance and define strategic stock levels across multiple product lines.
• Oversee synchronization and accuracy of data across MES, GSCM, FP, SP, DP, ERP, WMS, and MRP systems.
• Manage master data (BOM/BOD/Routing/Lead Time/Tact Time, etc.).
• Recommend viable solutions to reduce production costs as well as improve production processes and product quality
• Resolve escalated planning/scheduling issues and ensure timely communication with headquarters.
• Identify process gaps, lead root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with executives to recommend strategic solutions for cost reduction and efficiency.
• Translate customer demand into production schedules, ensuring accurate material flow and timely execution.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing (automotive industry strongly preferred).
• Proven leadership experience in managing planning teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of systems, production capacity management, and inventory optimization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence senior leadership.
• Analytical and strategic mindset with problem-solving orientation.

INTERNAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Quality Policy
• Health & Safety Orientation
• Quality Objectives
• New Hire or New Position Orientation
• Environmental Policy Statement
• Samsung Philosophy and Values

QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Comply with requirements of the Quality Operating System (QOS) in accordance with ISO 9001:2008
• Identify concerns and initiate corrective actions (through verification) relating to product, process and quality systems
• Initiate preventative and continuous improvement actions relating to product, process and quality systems

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Follow safe work procedures established by the Company; and follow the OH&S directions of the head of your department or supervisor
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems
• Where PPE is required to control exposure to hazards in the workplace, wear and maintain the PPE as directed, as indicated in a risk assessment, or as required in OH&S procedures
• Use other safety and emergency equipment provided in the workplace as directed or as required in OH&S procedures
• Assist with the preparation of risk assessments
• Before commencing work or research, a risk assessment should be conducted to identify, assess and control the hazards associated with the work or research. This should be conducted in conjunction with other relevant staff, researchers and the supervisor
• Report OH&S problems
• Report workplace hazards to the supervisor as soon as possible after they occur
• Report injury or illness arising from workplace activities using the incident/injury reporting system as soon as possible after the incident
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions
• Complete monthly H&S inspections

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and access to training and development opportunities, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

At this time, our company does not prioritize hiring individuals under OPT (Optional Practical Training) or STEM OPT (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Optional Practical Training) programs. Employment decisions are based on current business needs, job requirements, and work authorization statuses that best align with company policies.

Position: Sr. Staff Base Software Engineer – OS & Middleware (Telematics ECU)

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Staff Base Software Engineer – OS & Middleware to lead the architecture, design, integration, and optimization of embedded Linux operating systems and middleware platforms for next-generation Telematics Control Units (TCU).

This role will drive secure, scalable, and high-performance base software solutions supporting 4G/5G connectivity, GNSS, eCall, OTA updates (FOTA/SOTA), V2X, remote diagnostics, and cloud-connected vehicle services. The ideal candidate will provide strong technical leadership and ensure cybersecurity, functional safety, and ASPICE compliance across telematics platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and integration of embedded Linux OS and middleware for TCU platforms
• Define and implement secure boot, root-of-trust, secure key management, and OTA update mechanisms
• Architect and integrate 4G/5G modem, GNSS, and secure cloud communication stacks
• Integrate and optimize V2X communication stacks (C-V2X/DSRC)
• Drive BSP integration, kernel configuration, driver enablement, and SoC bring-up
• Design IPC frameworks, service orchestration, and system resource management
• Optimize system performance (boot time, CPU scheduling, memory footprint, storage I/O, network throughput)
• Establish performance profiling and instrumentation frameworks
• Ensure cybersecurity compliance with ISO/SAE standards and OEM specifications
• Enable vehicle network integration (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, UDS, DoIP)
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and secure software lifecycle practices
• Provide technical leadership, architecture reviews, and production sustainment support

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of embedded software development experience
• Strong programming skills in C/C++
• Direct experience with Linux-based Telematics Control Units
• BSP development, kernel configuration, and SoC bring-up expertise
• Experience with 4G/5G modem platforms (Qualcomm or equivalent)
• Deep knowledge of Linux kernel, drivers, middleware, and networking stack
• Experience with TCP/IP, TLS, MQTT, HTTP/HTTPS
• Secure boot, root-of-trust, and OTA implementation experience
• Strong debugging skills (GDB, crash analysis, kernel logs, trace tools, packet analyzers)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant engineering field
• Knowledge of V2X stack integration, eCall, ERA-GLONASS compliance
• Experience with HSM, TPM, ARM TrustZone
• Containerization/virtualization in embedded Linux (Docker/OCI)
• Boot-time and power optimization experience
• Cloud integration experience (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, automotive backend services)
• Experience with ASIL-B/D systems
• Field issue triage and production sustainment support

Regional EHS Manager

(Based in Pontiac, MI OR Denver, CO OR Oklahoma City, OK ) - Required*

Position Summary:

The Regional EHS Manager has multi-facility responsibility for EHS compliance in Safety, Industrial Hygiene and Environmental arenas at locations in the U.S. This EHS Regional Manager will lead internal EHS audit preparation, create programs, policies and implement changes within EHS, and will work closely with facility management, operations directors and corporate EHS.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement actions to facilitate a strong safety culture through skilled support and employee engagement.
• Coach and guide facility operational leaders and safety representatives on the effective implementation of safety initiatives and provide practical solutions that help them achieve safety excellence.
• Provide input and subject matter expertise on strategic safety processes, tools, and techniques to enhance overall safety performance.
• Coach facility leadership to be safety champions and live safety as a value integrated into the way the facility operates.
• Collaborate with facility management to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Provide EHS technical support for projects within the region.
• Develop training programs related to machine safeguarding, risk assessment processes, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, hazardous energy control, injury case management and support training rollout across the region.
• Conduct inspections and assessments to evaluate the facility's compliance with all federal, state, local and company standards.
• Provide support for regulatory inspections and development of corrective measures.
• Assist and develop required training for safety and environmental programs.
• Participate in facility incident investigations and assist in developing corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly/annual corporate reports per requirements
• Serve as a subject matter expert on environmental programs with technical and operational knowledge in CAA, CWA, RCRA, EPCRA, and state requirements.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit environmental records and reports required by the company and regulatory agencies.
• Analyze/interpret facility and regional safety metrics to proactively target and eliminate injuries, reduce injury rates and achieve positive outcomes through development and execution of corrective actions and strategic plans.

Financial Responsibility

• No cost center responsibility; no profit & loss responsibility

Position Qualifications & Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor Degree required in EHS discipline or related science or engineering

Experience:

• Eight (8) or more years of experience in the Environmental, Health and Safety field
• Must have previous multi-facility responsibility in heavy or light manufacturing in all disciplines of EHS

Certification /License:

• Preferred ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, or progress to completing similar certifications

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently prioritizing work to achieve deliverables
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace
• Ability to interpret governmental safety and environmental regulations (i.e., OSHA, EPA), and provide practical application of regulations
• Ability to generate regulatory reports, and communicate results with regulatory agencies
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and complete projects
• Team approach to solving problems and building relationships
• Must be self-driven, results oriented and extremely organized
• Strong analytical skills for problem solving and managing multiple facilities and tasks
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with leaders and hourly staff in all business divisions and corporate functions

Supervisory responsibilities:

• None

Work environment:

• Work occurs in an office and light manufacturing environment
• Sedentary work with extended periods of computer use
• Occasional work in warehouse/manufacturing facility
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE)

Travel:

• Frequent travel approximately 40 to 50%

Region - Must reside at one of the following locations****

• Denver, CO
• Pontiac, MI
• Oklahoma City, OK

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training